1) Functionally or structurally, it is no big deal.
2) It is too low down on the tube to be from the brake caliper - the paint gouge above it is caliper induced damage, though.
Originally Posted by
KonAaron Snake
For me it's a deal killer - there are plenty of unmolested and wonderful bikes out there. If you ever want to sell it, the ding is going to make it difficult.
3) ^^^ This.
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